Connie Salema
Medical Assistant
East Hartford,CT
Summary
Accomplished Medical Assistant with over a decade of experience in patient care and medical support, including specialized skills in phlebotomy and CPR. Proven track record at Westerly Hospital for enhancing patient flow management and employing effective data entry techniques. Known for exceptional patient-focused care and adept use of medical terminology, consistently improving patient experience and operational efficiency. Epic Trained for over 15 years.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Westerly Hospital
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
ER Technician
Westerly Hospital
01.2018 - 09.2022
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Managed inventory of supplies within the ER unit assuring proper stocking levels for daily operations.
- Assisted with wound care and dressing changes, promoting proper healing and preventing potential complications.
- EKG
- Teaching of orthopedic devices
Certified Nursing Assistant
South County Hospital Healthcare System
04.2016 - 12.2017
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hattie Ide Chafee
03.2016 - 04.2016
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Evergreen House Health Center
01.2016 - 03.2016
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ER Technician
Miriam Hospital
08.2012 - 03.2013
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- EKG
- Collection of patient speciemens
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hasbro Children's Hospital
06.2005 - 08.2012
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Phlebotomy
- EKG
Unit Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary
RI Hospital
06.2002 - 06.2005
- Maintained accurate patient records, enabling informed decision-making by healthcare professionals.
- run errands
- stock department
- Vitals
- EKG
- Phelebotomy
- answer phones
- transcribe orders
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
US Career Institute
Fort Collins, CO 05.2001 -
Certified Nursing Assistant - Medical
CCRI
Providence, RI 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Warwick Veterans Memorial H.S.
Warwick, RI 05.2001 -
Skills
Medical Terminology
Patient-focused care
Data Entry
Patient Flow Management
CPR
Phelebotomy skills 10 years
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Westerly Hospital
09.2022 - 05.2024
ER Technician
Westerly Hospital
01.2018 - 09.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
South County Hospital Healthcare System
04.2016 - 12.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hattie Ide Chafee
03.2016 - 04.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Evergreen House Health Center
01.2016 - 03.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant/ER Technician
Miriam Hospital
08.2012 - 03.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hasbro Children's Hospital
06.2005 - 08.2012
Unit Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary
RI Hospital
06.2002 - 06.2005
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
US Career Institute
05.2001 -
Certified Nursing Assistant - Medical
CCRI
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Warwick Veterans Memorial H.S.
05.2001 -
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